Manuka
Canberra





Popular places to visit

Manuka Shopping Centre
Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.

National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.

Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
Things to do

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools

Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels
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Other neighbourhoods around Manuka

Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.

Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Jerrabomberra Wetland Nature Reserve while you're in town.

Capital Hill
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.

Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.

Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.